If you want to explore a little further, this is one of the tours that will take you out of Macedonia, and into Bulgaria, to see and experience its capital, Sofia. Although, it’s a longer ride, we will be able to visit the most significant monuments and sites in Sofia, and enjoy in a tasteful lunch and coffee in one of the restaurants in the Central Square.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:00 AM and 8:00 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 19–90)
$293
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $540.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Sofia City tour from Skopje
Pickup included
Itinerary
National Institute of Archaeology with Museum
Admission not included30 min
With Thracian, Roman and Medieval artefacts on display in a former mosque dating from 1496
Ancient Serdica Archaeological Complex
Admission not included30 min
Discovered during the building of a new metro station. Now partially excavated you can see a small section of eight streets, an early Christian church and a bathhouse from this old Roman city.
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Admission not included30 min
The landmark of Sofia
What's included
Included
Pick-up and drop off from your hotel or any other preferred location in Skopje
Experienced English speaking tour guide/driver
All transfers with comfortable A/C car or minivan;
Not included
Entrance fees
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-from your hotel, or any other preferred location in Skopje.
The pick-up is suggested for 7 AM or 8 AM.
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Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In this tour we cross the border with Bulgaria. You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveller,
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sofia City tour from Skopje take?
Sofia City tour from Skopje lasts about 13 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Sofia City tour from Skopje cost?
Prices start at $293 per person for this Skopje experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $540. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Sofia City tour from Skopje run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel Sofia City tour from Skopje for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick-from your hotel, or any other preferred location in Skopje.
The pick-up is suggested for 7 AM or 8 AM.
What languages is Sofia City tour from Skopje offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Sofia City tour from Skopje worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 verified reviews; it is run by Experience Balkan.
Reviews(3)
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Sherpa42540494383
August 26, 2023
Worth it!!
We had an excellent trip to Sofia from Skopje. Our driver picked us up right on time, was friendly, and safely drove us the three and a half hours to Sofia.
We picked up our guide in Sofia and had a lovely walking tour. We saw beautiful churches, government buildings, the changing of the guards and natural spring fountains. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and spoke excellent English. A highlight for us was a stop at a mountain monastery on the way back. I would highly recommend this day trip!
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Martin_L
March 28, 2022
Tailormade experience
Great experience and one of the best tour guides that I have ever had. I learned many more interesting historical facts about Bulgaria and its surroundings.
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NizkitaL
July 9, 2020
Sofia is amazing
While we were in Skopje, we took a chance and booked a trip to Sofia, and we did not regret it at all. We liked Sofia very much. Daniel was an excellent guide; he took us around the very interesting city attractions, from antiquity and medieval times. Vitosha Street was an excellent choice for lunch and drink. Thanks to Toni too, for being a careful driver.
